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LJ04 ZNK

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

18,338 mi
Last recorded18,338 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ04 ZNK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 18,338 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 16,688 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 3 Apr 2025 16,688 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Apr 2024 15,935 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 14,804 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 14,192 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 14,158 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 14,158 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 14,158 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 14,158 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 14,158 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 14,158 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 14,158 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 14,158 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 12,863 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 12,863 miles

Front Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 11,694 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 11,694 miles

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2010 10,493 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 9,729 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 8,394 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 6,945 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?

Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
722
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
47,189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6,210
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3,809
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2,327
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 2,314
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 2,123
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LJ04 ZNK is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2004 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 11,300 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 6,210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ04 ZNK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 22 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ04 ZNK registered?

LJ04 ZNK is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 8 March 2004.

Is LJ04 ZNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ04 ZNK shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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